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New Watertown High School Nearing Completion — See Photos

By Charlie Breitrose | 16 hours ago

The large W adorns the wall of the glass stairwell near the intersection of Common and Spring streets. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)

On a tour of the nearly completed new Watertown High School, a group saw classrooms that look ready to host classes, along with some of the gems of the new building: the gymnasium, the auditorium, and a two-story media center (a.k.a. the library).

Watertown’s Independence Day Celebration Includes, Concert & Light Show

Celebrate America’s independence on July 1 when the City of Watertown with music and a light show in Saltonstall Park. See more details in the announcement from the City, below.

City Manager, Council President Answer Questions About Watertown Square Garage

A rendering of what could be built in and around the Municipal Parking lot in Watertown Square, including a garage and residential building on the parking lot. The image is from the City of Watertown’s virtual open house.

One of the biggest topics of discussion around Watertown, these days, is the parking garage proposed to go on the lot behind CVS in Watertown Square. People ask how big, what will it look like, how much will it cost, who will pay for it? There is a key question that needs to be answered first, City Council President Mark Sideris and City Manager George Proakis said in a recent interview with Watertown News: Should the City build a garage?

Young Watertown Cancer Survivor Takes Part in World Cup Pre-Game Ceremony

Watertown’s Graham Phillips and his father Jonathan in the stands for the June 13 World Cup game after Graham was a flag bearer in the pre-game ceremony. (Contributed Photo)

The eyes of soccer fans around the globe caught a glimpse of a 13-year-old boy from Watertown as he took part in the pre-game ceremony on June 13 before the Scotland-Haiti game in Foxborough.

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Inside the City’s 311 Service Center, Where Staff Fields the Public’s Questions, Requests & More
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New Middle School Moves a Step Closer to Reality; Council Approves Funds for Parks Projects
Concert

Revels Hosting Night of Traditional Quebecois Music in Watertown

By Guest Writer | April 6, 2017

Fiddler Lisa Ornstein, who delighted audiences in last year’s Acadian Christmas Revels returns in May for a concert of traditional Québécois music with Le Bruit Court Dans La Ville featuring herself, guitarist André Marchand and singer/accordionist Normand Miron, all former members of the legendary traditional music group, La Bottine Souriante. 

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Watertown Library to be Closed Two Days This Week

By Charlie Breitrose | April 5, 2017

The Watertown Free Public Library will be closed on April 6 and 7 so carpet replacement work can take place.

Lowell School

Superintendent Announces Appointment of New Lowell School Principal

By Charlie Breitrose | April 5, 2017

After a long, intense search, Stacey Phelan was named as Lowell School’s new principal.

Around Town

Flood Watch Issued in Watertown for Heavy Rains Thursday, Friday

By Charlie Breitrose | April 5, 2017

Steady rains on Thursday and Friday combined with recent rain and snow could lead to street flooding and minor flooding of area rivers and streams.

Around Town

Mental Illness Support Group for Family, Friends at Newton-Wellesley Hospital

By Guest Writer | April 5, 2017

Mental Illness support group: NAMI Family Support Group is a free, structured, confidential peer-led support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness.  

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Watertown School Budget Includes Staff Cuts Despite Increasing Funds

By Charlie Breitrose | April 4, 2017

The Watertown Schools will lose several positions in the 2017-18 school year as school officials look to control the increasing costs, but classes will still be under the class-size guidelines in the elementary schools.

Around Town

First Baptist Church Holding Several Services During Easter Week

By Guest Writer | April 4, 2017

First Baptist Church of Belmont invites residents to attend their Easter Week Services.

Around Town

The Easter Bunny Arrives at the Watertown Mall This Week

By Guest Writer | April 4, 2017

The Watertown Mall invites the public to come to the enchanted village and see the Easter Bunny for yourself!

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